Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer
OkloSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Electric VehiclesIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
- Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
- Ability to travel up to 20%
- 2+ years of experience in Propulsion Cooling or Underhood/Underbody Thermal Development and Validation
Responsibilities
- Develop and categorize component, subsystem, and system-level thermal performance to established specifications
- Develop countermeasures to ensure component performance meets program needs
- Integrate components into vehicle-level subsystems for thermal performance
- Develop and validate subsystems to meet all defined requirements
- Utilize data acquisition tools, analysis tools, simulations, climatic wind tunnels, proving grounds, and other facilities for development activities
- Generate and execute technical solutions to support new vehicle programs
- Provide technical leadership for advanced component or technology development
- Perform complex design analyses and evaluate engineering designs
- Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, improve methods, enhance product quality, and support prototype and production builds
- Balance engineering tradeoffs, including cost, mass, complexity, and timing
- Communicate technical information to internal and external stakeholders
- Stay current on new technology and competitive products
- Identify and document issues using PRTS and 48-hour reports
- Complete Final Validation Reports demonstrating compliance to VTS prior to VDC
- Conduct desktop analysis, bench-level simulations, and vehicle-level development tools
- Perform Climatic Wind Tunnel testing, proving ground development, and road facilities testing
- Use data acquisition (Vspy/neoVI, ETAS/INCA, Ipetroniks) and data analysis (MS Office, SiL)
- Manage PRTS and CTMS – Development Work Tickets
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this position remote or hybrid?
This role is categorized as hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to report to Warren or Milford three times per week at minimum.
What is the salary range for this Performance Engineer role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are the required qualifications for this position?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, ability to legally operate a motor vehicle, ability to travel up to 20%, and 2+ years of experience in Propulsion Cooling or Underhood/Underbody Thermal Development and Validation.
What does the Propulsion Cooling and Thermal Development Performance team do?
The team is responsible for the thermal integration and cooling performance of high-voltage batteries, power electronics, and a wide range of propulsion systems and underhood/underbody components, playing a key role in enabling future electric, autonomous, and internal combustion products.
What preferred qualifications will give me a competitive edge?
Having 5+ years of post-graduation engineering experience and DFSS Green Belt or Black Belt certification will give you a competitive edge.
General Motors
Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles
About General Motors
General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.
Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles
Risks
Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.
Differentiation
GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.
Upsides
Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.
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